In 1982, Steven Lisberger's Tron made cinematic history with its groundbreaking effects. Though integrating computer-generated imagery with live-action footage is now commonplace, it was novel at the time of the Disney film's release. Likewise, its focus on sentient computer programs was unique, though other films had delved into that territory before.

Recently, Lisberger opened up about how the film's perspective on sentient programs has aged in the era of widely accessible artificial intelligence. The director explained that he and the film's producers " were very naive back then and so optimistic ." To them, this idea of sentient programs " felt different. "

Similarly, he addressed how Tron's effects heightened the futuristic theme of the film and made its digital settin

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